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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 06, 1971

Page

2

Platform Drafted 3rd-Party Meet Ends in Albuquerque

About 250 participants from 35 third party organizations across 25 states and Washington, D.C. returned home after a four day convention to organize for a 1972 presidential nominating season. The Coalition aims to win ballots in all 40 states and outlines a broad agenda including peace, civil liberties, and withdrawal of U.S. forces from Southeast Asia. Ralph Nader and Gore Vidal were named as leading figures in ongoing discussions on possible nominees and platform directions.

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Move Over Gabriel Move Over, King Armstrong Tribute

A historical appreciation of Louis Armstrong and his influence on jazz, tracing his early masterful trumpet work with the King Oliver era and Red Five Hot Seven recordings to later performances in Chicago and beyond. The piece lauds his improvisational genius, dramatic phrasing, and lasting impact on American jazz.

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Killer Sentenced in Double Slaying Case

Wilkins W. Wellman pleaded guilty to the Oct 1 1969 murder of Mandie K Winters 85 of 411 Barrera and the 1968 slaying of an Army wife. He received 19 45 years for the Winters murder and 43 years for the earlier crime, all by Judge Preston in the 175th 1st Court. The victims were identified as Mesida Miesitat Harrell 44 of 320 Halliday and Mandie Winters.

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Youths Work Into Night to Clean Farragut Park

Scores of youths packed Farragut State Park for a three day church picnic festival drawing about 12 000 people over a weekend. Police arrested eight for drug abuse as heavy drug use and marijuana smoking were reported. About 40 rock bands performed while some visitors bathed in nearby ponds amid rough weather. Park officials said attendance dropped from normal Fourth of July levels to roughly 50 campers per day. Local officials warned against future festivals of this type due to law enforcement strain and drug activity observed by undercover agents.

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USAA Executive Assigned to Lead Personnel Study

Mrs Ioan Moye vice president for personnel at United Services Automobile Association is tasked with directing a comprehensive study of insurance personnel programs for the National Association of Independent Insurers. The study includes executive compensation in casualty insurance and will gather member company data on salaries wages pensions fringe benefits and attendance statistics during a leave of absence from USAA.

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Menger Not To Be Sold Canceled Foreclosure Sale Planned for Tuesday

The historic Menger Hotel foreclosure sale was canceled shortly before noon. Art Abbott, general manager, said the first mortgage holder American National Insurance notified the cancellation. The hotel will stay under current management and staff and remodeling plans for the first floor are expected to begin soon.

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Hoffa pension fight drives Teamsters conclave talks

Teamsters sources say the union plans a $78,000 yearly pension for imprisoned former president Jimmy Hoffa and a lifelong title for the post, while some report Hoffa seeks a $1 million settlement. Hoffa’s successor Frank Fitzsimmons is slated for a pay raise, as other leaders face compensation changes amid strains with the UAW amid labor turmoil and debt concerns.

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Radio Exec in New Post in Cairo Amid Middle East Ties

A chaotic report notes American diplomats in Cairo and executives shifting roles as Michael Siemar and Donald Bergus join International Wireless Media in New Orleans. The piece mentions a KITE broadcasting post and a tense license renewal, with regional stations under scrutiny amid alleged discriminatory hiring. It also covers Middle East peace talks and a cautious U.S. stance toward Israel, amid parliamentary criticism and editorials in Cairo and Baghdad.

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Pilot Killed in Aerial Crash Over Seaboard Show

An aviation tragedy during a Fourth of July air show near Forsyth results in the death of a Pilot Killed in Cumming. Officials report the crash occurred as aircraft performed stunt loops and rolls near the village. observers note the plane broke apart and crashed to a pasture. The incident ends the holiday display and prompts investigations.

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Roundtrip Atlantic Air Fare Change Due

Montreal dispatch reports proposed changes to transatlantic air fares by major carriers. IATA and industry groups debate fare structures to curb wars, with airlines like Pan American, TWA, BOAC, and Air Canada discussing advances and potential 120 day advance rules. The outcome hinges on carrier cooperation and regulatory approval.

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